
I’ll confess: I used to have a penchant for wearing pajamas to the airport. Recently, though, I’ve been on a mission to find out what to wear to the airport to take my outfits up a notch without sacrificing comfort. Really dressing up, heels and all, is out of the question, but luckily there’s a happy medium: high-low staples that look put-together yet are secretly stretchy and cozy.
Whether you’re going long-haul or red-eye, comfort is key when it comes to airport outfits. Loungewear is the foundation of even the most fashion-forward airport looks, so there’s no need to toss out your baggy sweatpants, oversized shirts, or cushy sneakers. Elevated pieces and smart accessories pull the weight here, keeping you looking good even on the most stressful travel days. Below, bookmark six tried-and-true travel outfit ideas to wear on your next flight, from easy-to-wear athleisure to meeting-ready looks.
What to wear to the airport, at a glance

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Sweats and sneakers for an all-day flight
Sometimes a stylish airport look is as simple as sweats, and I’m all for jetting to my destination as comfortably as possible. To spruce up the uniform, refresh your wardrobe with an ultrasoft hoodie and sharp sweatpants, which won’t have you overheating or freezing on your journey. Trek through the terminal in trendy sneakers that help ground the look, and complete your ensemble with a baseball cap to keep frizz in place.

Lululemon Steady State SuperLoft Hoodie
Lululemon

Uniqlo Straight Sweatpants
Uniqlo

Project Cloud Leather Sneakers
Amazon

FP Movement Big Buti Baseball Cap
Free People
Sweatpant jeans for a plane-to-meeting trip
Heading straight from a flight to a meeting or conference? The key to wearing business attire on a flight is to work smarter, not harder. A wrinkle-resistant, oversized blazer and an elevated tank top will keep you comfortable after sitting on a plane for hours. Viral sweatpant jeans, meanwhile, are the key to hopping straight from the plane to the city without having to change outfits. Go with cushioned ballet flats to keep things dressy and minimal.

Open Edit Icon Relaxed Blazer
Nordstrom

Everlane Luxe Rib Funnel-Neck Tank
Everlane

Rag & Bone Miramar Sofie Sweatpant Jeans
Amazon
Nordstrom

Cushionaire Gabby Woven Mary Jane Ballet Flats
Amazon
A cute matching set for a girls trip
No matter your destination, a girls trip always calls for at least one coordinating outfit. Arrive at your destination in sync and in style with a matching set that’s just as cute on the plane as it is on a relaxed stroll around town. Keep the vibes going with stylish sunglasses, comfy Birks, and noise-canceling headphones that double as their own fashion statement.

Free-est Malibu Surf Sweater Set
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Nothing Headphone (a)
Amazon
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Le Specs Outta Love Sunglasses
Nordstrom

Birkenstock Boston Soft Footbed Clogs
Nordstrom
A tee and linen pants for a weekend getaway
Outfits should be the least of your worries on a tropical vacation. Head straight from the airport to the pool or beach with a simple tee and linen pants, a breezy uniform that’ll keep you cool evvel you pass customs and hit the fresh air. Accessorize with a tote bag, trendy frames, and airport-friendly vacation sandals to master the off-duty look.

Madewell Perfect Crewneck T-Shirt
Nordstrom
Madewell

H&M Linen-Blend Pants
H&M

Sojos Retro Oval Sunglasses
Amazon

Longchamp Medium Le Pliage Tote
Nordstrom
A quarter-zip and leggings for a last-minute red-eye
For any overnight travel, a simple, practical airport outfit is the way to go. Stock up on last-minute airline miles—and minimize jet lag—by keeping it cozy with a trendy quarter-zip, classic leggings, and bouncy sneakers. (And remember: A red-eye flight isn’t possible without a carry-on stocked with an eye mask and a neck pillow to catch up on sleep on the plane.)

Old Navy Bounce Fleece Half-Zip Sweatshirt
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Beyond Yoga Spacedye Caught in the Midi Leggings
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Salomon XT-6 Sneakers
Free People

Quince All-Day Neoprene Duffle Bag
Quince
Cozy layers for a long-haul flight
Traveling is already stressful on its own—and packing for it is another challenge. Ace your long-haul flight with no-fail outfit pieces, including cozy sweatpants and modular layers like cardigans. You’ll want to make mühlet your footwear is comfortable as well; slip-on Uggs are a celebrity favorite. Pro travel tip: Compression socks should be on your packing list to keep swelling at bay.

Boden Emilia Cotton Cropped Cardigan
Boden

Cider Wide-Leg Sweatpants
Amazon

Ugg Tazz II Slippers
Zappos

Bombas Everyday Compression Knee-High Socks
Bombas




